Therapists in Jacksonville, FL
Specializing in issues that directly affect the LGBTQ community, I offer talk therapy based in CBT and DBT, along with somatic modalities like IFS and parts work, and EMDR for trauma, anxiety, phobias, and OCD.
Hello everyone! I opened QueerSpace Counseling because it is my passion to work with the LGBTQ+ community to foster a safe space where clients can share their stories and find practical, easy to use interventions that provide relief. I believe that each of us can take steps for measurable success in our goals. I operate from a trauma-informed approach, heavy in practical skills practice. I work only with adult individuals (I do not offer couple's counseling or work with minors).
Specializing in issues that directly affect the LGBTQ community, I offer talk therapy based in CBT and DBT, along with somatic modalities like IFS and parts work, and EMDR for trauma, anxiety, phobias, and OCD.
Hello everyone! I opened QueerSpace Counseling because it is my passion to work with the LGBTQ+ community to foster a safe space where clients can share their stories and find practical, easy to use interventions that provide relief. I believe that each of us can take steps for measurable success in our goals. I operate from a trauma-informed approach, heavy in practical skills practice. I work only with adult individuals (I do not offer couple's counseling or work with minors).
We cannot change past chapters of our lives. Where we can take power is now, and the future chapters we have yet to write. If we don't address something unhealthy, every aspect of life can become impacted negatively. Whether you are wanting to learn to manage mental health symptoms, begin the transitioning process, seeking help for everyday concerns like relationship issues, job stress or self-doubt, or experiencing difficult times such as divorce and loss, things can improve. I assure you the strength and ability you will use is already residing in you.
We cannot change past chapters of our lives. Where we can take power is now, and the future chapters we have yet to write. If we don't address something unhealthy, every aspect of life can become impacted negatively. Whether you are wanting to learn to manage mental health symptoms, begin the transitioning process, seeking help for everyday concerns like relationship issues, job stress or self-doubt, or experiencing difficult times such as divorce and loss, things can improve. I assure you the strength and ability you will use is already residing in you.
Ian Ramos Lopez
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32256 (Online Only)
My ideal client is one looking to heal and grow. I would want to be a supportive force helping to identify, examine, and develop goals related to making that change. From there we would be able to work to reach those goals. I am excited to work with LGBTQIA+ individuals, depression, anxiety, trauma concerns, and addictions.
My ideal client is one looking to heal and grow. I would want to be a supportive force helping to identify, examine, and develop goals related to making that change. From there we would be able to work to reach those goals. I am excited to work with LGBTQIA+ individuals, depression, anxiety, trauma concerns, and addictions.
Jacqueline Vargas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32256 (Online Only)
Book with me now by clicking on my website. If you’re someone who values self-discovery and is ready to embrace growth, you’re the client I’m best positioned to serve. You might be navigating challenges related to sexuality, gender, mental health, or past trauma, and are looking for a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore these issues. Whether you're struggling with self-compassion or seeking a more fulfilling life, my LGBTQ+ and Neurodivergent affirmative approach can help you find clarity and build resilience. Let’s work together to help you move forward with confidence and purpose.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. If you’re someone who values self-discovery and is ready to embrace growth, you’re the client I’m best positioned to serve. You might be navigating challenges related to sexuality, gender, mental health, or past trauma, and are looking for a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore these issues. Whether you're struggling with self-compassion or seeking a more fulfilling life, my LGBTQ+ and Neurodivergent affirmative approach can help you find clarity and build resilience. Let’s work together to help you move forward with confidence and purpose.
Ezra Stone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32099
Waitlist for new clients
I provide creative, gender-affirming therapy for queer and trans clients, as well as short-term solution focused therapy for partners and family members to process a loved one’s coming out. Clients come to me for a lot of reasons— they’re questioning their gender identity, struggling with the coming out process, or looking to learn more about how to support someone they love. Sometimes they have past traumas that are getting in the way of feeling secure, safe, and authentic. Or they want some strategies for managing anxiety or depression. No matter what brings you here, welcome.
I provide creative, gender-affirming therapy for queer and trans clients, as well as short-term solution focused therapy for partners and family members to process a loved one’s coming out. Clients come to me for a lot of reasons— they’re questioning their gender identity, struggling with the coming out process, or looking to learn more about how to support someone they love. Sometimes they have past traumas that are getting in the way of feeling secure, safe, and authentic. Or they want some strategies for managing anxiety or depression. No matter what brings you here, welcome.
Online Therapists
Before starting my private practice, I worked as a therapist in a DBT program, offering individual therapy and group skills training.
Hi, I’m Mel, an LCSW based in Florida with over 7 years of experience in a variety of settings. As a therapist, I’m passionate about building a shame-free, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and trauma-informed space. As a genderfluid, queer-identified person, I have both personal and professional experience with the process of self-exploration. I’d love to support you as you explore your identity at any point on your journey toward your most authentic self. For those struggling with eating disorders, I will advocate for a Health at Every Size and All Foods Fit approach, encouraging you to challenge diet culture and weight bias.
Before starting my private practice, I worked as a therapist in a DBT program, offering individual therapy and group skills training.
Hi, I’m Mel, an LCSW based in Florida with over 7 years of experience in a variety of settings. As a therapist, I’m passionate about building a shame-free, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and trauma-informed space. As a genderfluid, queer-identified person, I have both personal and professional experience with the process of self-exploration. I’d love to support you as you explore your identity at any point on your journey toward your most authentic self. For those struggling with eating disorders, I will advocate for a Health at Every Size and All Foods Fit approach, encouraging you to challenge diet culture and weight bias.
Courtney L. Mann
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32603 (Online Only)
My treatment modality draws from relational and psychodynamic frameworks as well as DBT, which can be tailored based on your individual needs.
Hi and thanks for reading! I'm a relational therapist focused on collaborating together to create long lasting change in the way you feel about yourself, your life, and your relationships. Feeling safe while you explore what you've been through and what might be causing you to feel stuck is a crucial part of this work. If you've been struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, or the ability to navigate difficult emotions, I would love to work with you.
My treatment modality draws from relational and psychodynamic frameworks as well as DBT, which can be tailored based on your individual needs.
Hi and thanks for reading! I'm a relational therapist focused on collaborating together to create long lasting change in the way you feel about yourself, your life, and your relationships. Feeling safe while you explore what you've been through and what might be causing you to feel stuck is a crucial part of this work. If you've been struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, or the ability to navigate difficult emotions, I would love to work with you.
Jenny Banks
Pre-Licensed Professional, RMHCI, MEd, EdS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32606
Facing feelings of anxiety and loss of direction can be overwhelming but you do not need to navigate them alone. In counseling, we explore your story to understand your individual needs. Together, we identify the right tools to cope with unwanted symptoms and increase your sense of well-being and self-assurance.
Facing feelings of anxiety and loss of direction can be overwhelming but you do not need to navigate them alone. In counseling, we explore your story to understand your individual needs. Together, we identify the right tools to cope with unwanted symptoms and increase your sense of well-being and self-assurance.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.